Abstract
Renal insufficiency is difficult to diagnose in the early stages due to delayed clinical presentation and significant blood value changes. However, dysfunction in the kidneys can lead to life-threatening changes in physiology. When renal insufficiency is suspected, it is important to utilize nutrition as a mode of intervention. This case report follows a canine patient aging between 13 to 17, reporting clinical changes and blood renal values after administration of an NSAID and possible escalation of renal burden. The case outlines an example of utilizing integrative veterinary medicine practices including a home cooked diet plan with supplementation to address signs of renal insufficiency and gastric ulceration, resulting in complete resolution of clinical signs including symptoms and blood measures.
Citation
Koziol S, Decker D (2024) Case Report: Nutritional Management of Canine Renal Insufficiency Utilizing a Home-Cooked Diet and Supplementation. JSM Vet Med Res 3: 5.